baby food

The Director of Studies and I had to interview a five-year old with a view to her having lessons. The little girl, having lived in Boston, USA, for 2 years had an impressive level of English for her age. Also there were her mother and 6-month old sister. Using a book for prompts, she was asked about her favourite food - burgers. Then Helen asked, “Does your sister like burgers?”


“No.” replied the girl, giving her a look which meant ‘that’s a stupid question’.

“What does she eat?” continued Helen

“She drinks milk.”

“Does she drink milk from a cow?”

“No!”

The mother then asked, “What kind of milk does she drink?”

Without batting an eyelid, the girl replied, “Breast milk.”